receiving

Example Sentences

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The study enrolled 86 cancer patients receiving chemotherapy who reported cognitive difficulties.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Smith removed the post, accepted the charges against him and, after receiving his punishment, sent a letter of apology to Alphonsi.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

State media images showed Xi and Kim beaming as they shook each other's hand, with the Chinese leader receiving a lavish welcome ceremony with a red-carpet military salute and cheering crowds.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

More than 100 investors are also being sued for allegedly receiving fraudulent transfers—whether knowingly or unknowingly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

While the acrobats are receiving their applause, roustabouts run into the center ring, rolling two balls ahead of them: one small, the other large, and both decorated with red stars and blue stripes.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen